Maybe God Can Psychedelics Lead People to God?
Jun 6, 2024
Ashley Lande, an artist and writer, shares her fascinating journey from atheism to Christianity, largely influenced by her experiences with psychedelics. She recounts a terrifying encounter with what she believes was Satan, which ultimately led her to find faith in Jesus. The discussion dives into the complex relationship between psychedelic experiences and spirituality, the struggle with feelings of emptiness, and the tension between the highs of transcendence and the challenges of reality. Ashley also reflects on the duality of psychedelics in both artistic expression and personal discovery.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Psychedelics and the Quest for Meaning
02:05 • 15min
Psychedelics vs. Spiritual Encounters
17:24 • 5min
The Journey from Ecstasy to Disillusionment in Psychedelics
22:39 • 2min
The Duality of Psychedelics in Artistic Expression
25:05 • 3min
Journey from Psychedelics to Faith
28:19 • 25min
Exploring Spirit and Psychedelics Through a New Book
53:09 • 2min
